Biology Chapter 1

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What is energy utilization?

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The process of taking in energy to perform work, essential for growth and development in living organisms.

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What are the requirements for plants to thrive?

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Plants need water, carbon dioxide, and sunlight to perform photosynthesis and grow.

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What is a characteristic of life?

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Growth is a fundamental characteristic of all living organisms.

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What is inductive reasoning?

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Inductive reasoning is the process of using specific observations to form general principles and rules.

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What is homeostasis?

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Homeostasis is the maintenance of constant internal conditions in an organism despite external changes.

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What are producers in an ecosystem?

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Producers are organisms, like plants, that create their own food through photosynthesis.

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What is the role of sunlight in photosynthesis?

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Sunlight provides the energy needed for plants to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen.

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What is the difference between growth and development?

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Growth refers to an increase in size or mass, while development involves changes in the organism's structure and function.

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What is the significance of sensitivity in living organisms?

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Sensitivity allows organisms to respond to environmental stimuli, which is crucial for survival.

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What is the process of evolution?

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Evolution is the change in the heritable characteristics of biological populations over successive generations.